🌱 Film Extras Needed + Man Arrested With Weapons + Downtown Fire

Hi, Oklahoma City! Like many of you, the Patch staff will be taking some time off for the Fourth of July. I’ll be back in your inbox after the holiday, but until then, here’s what’s happening in town today.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: Warm; breezy in the morning. High: 97 Low: 73.
• Wednesday: Very warm with periods of sun. High: 96 Low: 70.

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Here are the top four stories today in Oklahoma City:

1. Freihofer Casting is seeking extras for a major studio film set in Oklahoma City. They need rodeo fans, including those with vintage 1980s attire. Extras will be paid $10/hour with additional bonuses for vehicle use and specific scenes. Filming will take place from Jul. 10 to 14. (KOKH FOX25)
2. A man was arrested in Oklahoma City's Boathouse District after he entered the area with a device strapped to his body and weapons. Upon his arrival at Riversport, he made threats of self-destruction, prompting the immediate involvement of the police. After an hour-long negotiation, officers successfully convinced the man to surrender without incident. No explosives were discovered on the individual or in the vicinity, and everyone was safely evacuated from the area during the incident. (KFOR Oklahoma City)
3. Tragically, an individual drowned in Lake Stanley Draper in Oklahoma City on Saturday. The Oklahoma City Police Department responded and recovered the unresponsive person from the water. Despite efforts, the individual was unable to be revived and was pronounced deceased upon arrival at the hospital. (KOKH FOX25)
4. Oklahoma City fire crews successfully extinguished a commercial fire downtown near West California and South Lee avenues. The Oklahoma City Fire Department responded promptly, and the flames were brought under control. No injuries have been reported, and the cause of the fire is yet to be determined. (KOCO Oklahoma City)

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Today and tomorrow in Oklahoma City:

Tuesday, July 4

• Factory Obscura: Mix-Tape At 25 Northwest 9th Street (11:00 AM)

Wednesday, July 5

• Rick Jawsun At Bandee's Live (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Officer Kyle Bradley of the Oklahoma City Police Department received praise for his compassionate response to a domestic violence situation, providing safety planning guidance and escorting a woman to a shelter, making her feel secure during a vulnerable time. (Oklahoma City Police Department via Facebook)
• Bob and Luna, the Sumatran tiger cubs at the Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden, are turning one year old. They are growing well, staying active, and receiving excellent care from the dedicated care team. (Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden via Facebook)
• In a strong performance, the Dodgers hit four home runs, with Ryan Ward contributing two, leading them to an 8-2 victory over Sugar Land. Alongside Ward, Hunter Feduccia and Justin Yurchak also went deep, while starting pitcher Matt Andriese impressed with eight strikeouts in six solid innings. (Oklahoma City Dodgers via Facebook)

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— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.